Senior FAQ

How do I send my transcript to a college?

Fill out a Senior Transcript Request Form for eachcollege you are applying to and turn them in to Ms. Simpson n in the Student Services Department (along with a counselor statement and brag sheets if applicable - see below) Do not submit this form if your school is on the common app.

If you are applying to a college usingCollege Foundation of North Carolina, you do not need to request a paper transcript be sent through the mail. Your transcript will be sent by the Department of Instruction. *you must enter your student number* Your student number is the same as your computer password.

How do I get a recommendation letter from my teacher?

Ask teachers earlyif they will write you a recommendation letter. There is often a form that teachers need to fill out in addition to sending the letter - make sure you give them the form (it's found on the college's website). As a courtesy, give them an addressed and stamped envelope so they can send the letter off immediately without using their own postage. If you are applying using the common app, your teacher will write your recommendation directly on the common app. Be sure to include their email address under recommenders.

How do I get my counselor to write a letter of recommendation for me?

See your counselor in person to request that they write a letter for you. You will have to fill out a brag sheet before your counselor will write the letter.Many colleges do not require a letter, so please check the colleges website to see what is required.

What schools require counselor statements or secondary school reports?

There are many schools that must have this form filled out by your counselor - make sure you are looking at the "Application Checklist/Requirements" for each college to find out if this form is needed. If you are applying using the common app, the school report is done by your counselor on the common app website.

What is a brag sheet and why do I need to fill it out?

In order for your counselor to write you a strong recommendation letter, we need to have additional information about you to make you stand apart from the crowd. Please fill out these forms completely and make sure you tell us all the great things about you - hence, bragabout yourself and your accomplishments!

When is the last time I can take the SAT or ACT before college deadlines?

If you are applying for early action or early decision, the October or November test dates are often the last ones you can register for to ensure the scores are submitted on time. Check the individual college websites for more information - they will usually tell you the deadline to submit scores. (NC State does not accept the November test if you are applying early action)

If you are applying for regular decision, the January test date is usually the last one you can register for to ensure your scores are submitted on time. Some colleges may accept scores after this date, especially if they want you to restest - check with the school before you register after the January test date.

How do I find scholarships to apply for?

There are THREE main ways to find scholarships:Every week we post the scholarships we hear about in the student services department. Check our scholarships page often.There are many scholarship websites available for students to search based on specific criteria - click here for our Links Page, where you will find numerous opportunities for scholarship searches.Every college you are applying to has a Financial Aid and Scholarship Deppartment. Check the individual college websites for available scholarships from your school of your choice or contact someone directly from the school you wish to attend.

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